Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Education in Middle Grades Education - Language Arts in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
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Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,324
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Middle Grades Education graduate program equips students to teach in grades 4 through 8, addressing the growing need for qualified middle-level educators in Pennsylvania and nationwide. Through the College of Education and Human Development, this program develops educators who are both skilled in teaching methods and dedicated to supporting diverse pre-adolescent learners across economic, cultural, and regional backgrounds. Our curriculum emphasizes specialized teaching strategies that meet academic standards while addressing the unique developmental requirements of middle school students.
The Master of Education (MEd) in Middle Grades prepares graduates to effectively educate students transitioning from elementary to high school, qualifying them to teach in both upper elementary and middle school settings. Graduates emerge with comprehensive expertise in educational theory and practice, along with a dedication to fostering inclusive learning environments. The program emphasizes mastery of subject-specific teaching methods that align with academic expectations and the evolving needs of young adolescents.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A bachelor's degree is required. A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is expected.
International applicants should also submit an official document that validates completion and conferral of a degree, diploma, and/or certificate. While not required, international applicants are encouraged to submit transcript(s) to the World Education Services (WES) for evaluation.
Statement of Goals: In 500 to 1,000 words, outline your interest in seeking a master's degree with a specific focus on the career to which you aspire, your interests, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS Academic: 6.5
550 on the paper-based (PBT)
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
International applicants should also submit an official document that validates completion and conferral of a degree, diploma, and/or certificate. While not required, international applicants are encouraged to submit transcript(s) to the World Education Services (WES) for evaluation.
Statement of Goals: In 500 to 1,000 words, outline your interest in seeking a master's degree with a specific focus on the career to which you aspire, your interests, and your academic and job-related experiences that are relevant to the program.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS Academic: 6.5
550 on the paper-based (PBT)
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Resume: Current resume required.
Tuition
USD
27,324